Karachi: The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) witnessed a remarkable surge during trading, with the benchmark KSE-100 Index crossing the 183,000 mark. Positive momentum dominated the market on the first trading day of the week, pushing the index to a record high.
At one point, the KSE-100 Index gained 4,748 points, reaching 183,878. This surge marks a continuation of strong market performance since the start of the new year. Traders cited renewed investor confidence and market optimism as key drivers.
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In just the third trading day of 2026, the KSE-100 Index has risen over 9,000 points. The index had first crossed 170,000 on December 10, 2025, signaling steady growth in recent weeks.
Last week also saw strong gains, with the KSE-100 Index rising more than 2,600 points on the final trading day. The index closed at 179,034, reflecting sustained bullish sentiment among investors.
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Market analysts say the continued uptrend reflects strong domestic investment activity and renewed confidence in Pakistan’s stock market. Positive momentum is expected to continue as trading progresses in the new year.